Natural ingredients against dry and chapped skin of the hands
Have you thought about how much our hands are used and exposed to external influences more than any other part of the body? Therefore, the skin of the hands is more likely to become dry and irritated. You must have already encountered that dry skin of the hands it is not only rough to the touch, but causes an unpleasant feeling, itching and redness. The surface layer peels off, and it may even crack and the sores may even bleed.
This condition is very common and can happen to any of us, and the causes are numerous. The good thing is that dry and chapped skin on the hands is easily treated with natural ingredients and does not require any expensive, long-term and complicated treatment. We will present here some of the ingredients from nature that are very effective. When you are considering purchasing a care product such as hand cream, see if it contains any of these ingredients, because they can really be extremely beneficial and nourish the skin, restore the moisture it needs and make it silky.
Hand cream: what it should contain and what it shouldn't
More than ever we are informed about harmful ingredients, therefore, when reading the composition of a cosmetic product, we first look to see if the product contains some of the "notorious" ingredients.
While hand creams with parabens and silicones should be avoided, as well as petrolatum, PEG (polyethylene glycols) and chemical antioxidants, on the other hand, allantoin, glycerin, vitamin E and essential oils are some of the highly desirable ingredients. Given that nature has an answer to every problem we have, look for some of the natural ingredients whose values we will present to you on the declaration.
Jojoba oil
Jojoba oil affects the production of collagen, hydrates the skin in a completely natural, safe and odorless way, and is rich in vitamin E, zinc, B vitamin complex, iodine, copper, chromium, selenium and fatty acids.
Jojoba oil is actually very similar to the oils that the skin naturally secretes, thus leaving a protective layer and eliminating the risk of drying out the skin of the hands.
Magnolia
You've probably noticed the increasing use of magnolia in cosmetics these days, where it's not the flower that you might expect, but the bark of this plant, as well as the wax that comes from the leaf. Magnolia bark extract fights free radicals, nourishes and softens the skin, makes it soft and neutralizes dryness.
Oats
Oatmeal contains beta glucans that hydrate the skin. Have you heard of colloidal oats? It is a whole grain that is ground into a powder that is then easily dissolved in water. Itching, burning, contact allergies and even eczema, rosacea and atopic dermatitis can be eliminated with the help of colloidal oats. Irritable conditions and extremely dry skin can be soothed and restored by creating a protective layer, so by using creams containing these, your hands will be rejuvenated and regenerated.
Flax seeds
Linseed oil obtained from flax seeds contains omega-3 fatty acids, which contribute to keeping the skin hydrated, smooth and reduces oxidative stress.
We cannot fail to mention phytoestrogens, i.e. plant hormones that flax seeds contain - by imitating estrogen in our body, the skin remains beautiful and young.
Natural oils
Wheat germ oil supports fluid exchange, is a natural source of unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E and will deeply nourish your dry, rough and irritated skin. Oil obtained by pressing sunflower seeds, is also rich in vitamin E, and will restore the necessary hydration and elasticity to the skin.
In addition to everything listed, look for creams that contain olive or coconut oil or, as a food product, you can buy them in a supermarket or health food store, and spread them as needed.
There is no need to talk much about olive oil, considering that it has been used for centuries, and its beneficial effects were known to the ancient Greeks and Romans. It restores the skin's natural lipids, is rich in vitamins A and E, does not clog pores and slows down the aging process of the skin.
Also, the dry and rough skin of the hands will become soft and fine thanks to coconut oil. The skin will absorb it very well, and it also represents a barrier against external influences and affects the regeneration of already dry skin. It needs to be kept at room temperature before use, and it is especially popular because of its sweet coconut scent.
More advice
Natural foods that are also effective for dry skin of the hands are ripe bananas which will restore moisture to dry skin, honey whose antioxidants work wonders for dehydrated skin, as well yogurt which is such an ordinary and everyday ingredient that we have in the fridge and is so powerful when it comes to dry skin care. It is best to practice your ritual of rubbing the skin of your hands, during which you should never forget to massage the cream or oil into your nails and cuticles, before going to bed, and you will get an even better effect if after applying the cream to your hands put on gloves or wrap them in foil.
What causes the problem of dry and cracked skin on the hands?
Water is necessary for the normal functioning of the skin, i.e. its retention with help natural moisturizing factor and physiological lipids. As you probably already know, some of the factors that cause dryness of the skin of the hands are wind and cold, as well as exposure strong sun rays during the summer. What also often causes us to have dry skin on our hands is frequent hand washing with soap. In this way, the natural protective oils are removed from the skin and the skin becomes dry. In particular, antibacterial soaps should be avoided, and the water with which we wash our hands should be neither hot nor cold, but lukewarm.
Food, genetics, chemistry
Besides, chemicals for household cleaning, as well as dish detergents are also not good for our hands. In order to protect ourselves, it is necessary to wear rubber gloves and immediately after using chemicals, hands should be smeared with moisturizing cream. Nutrition it also contributes to the condition of our skin, both face and body, as well as hands. Dry skin on your hands can be an indication that you lack vitamins and minerals, and that you need to drink more fluids. Genetics as with all the features of our organism, both positive and negative, it plays an important role. Naturally dry, cracked skin can also be an inherited trait.
Take care: If, despite regular care, the problem of dry skin on the hands continues and lasts for several weeks, and the skin cracks, is painful and tight, we recommend that you still consult a dermatologist, because the cause of the problem could be eczema.
The skin of the hands is thin and sensitive, and the hands are parts of the body that are constantly in contact with the external environment and various objects, substances, etc. At the same time, it is a part of the body where not much sebum is secreted, which also leads to dryness. At first glance, the first handshake and the first touch, well-groomed and smooth hands say a lot about you and leave an impression. Look for an effective hand cream with some of these natural ingredients and make regular hand skin care your daily routine. Your hands will thank you.
